Our Client, a Medical Research company, is looking for a Laboratory Manager for their Roanoke, VA location. Responsibilities: + Plan, assign and direct work in the laboratory. Serve as liaison with other areas as needed. + Mentor and support direct reports in their responsibilities and functions. Identify and implement training programs as necessary to ensure they receive training in supervisory skill development. + Define, coordinate and monitor quality assurance programs and supervise activities of the department Quality Coordinator/Representative. Ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections. + Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory. Effectively maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling. + Identify future needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities. Submit appropriate documentation for procurement of such. + Review test performance, drive process improvements and project management. Prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines. + Manage test database. Ensure departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflects the current process. + Coordinate R&D activities as they relate to operations and actively participate on subspecialty committees, corporate committees and business unit committees as needed. + Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources to adhere to budget. + Resolve problems through interaction with clients. + Define, coordinate and monitor EHS programs and supervise activities of the Department Safety Coordinator. Ensure EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections. + Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition. + Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements. + Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management. + Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections. + Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position. Requirements: + Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory experience with at least four (4) years direct supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory. + Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required. + Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures. + Proven leadership and problem-solving skills. + Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency. + Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers and clients. + Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems. + Required to handle biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals. + Education Major Required/Preferred + Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology or related field. Preferred + Master's Degree Preferred + ASCP Certification Preferred + Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. (CA Only) Required Why Should You Apply? + Health Benefits + Referral Program + Excellent growth and advancement opportunities As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.